Job Description
Overview:
Who we are Collaborative. Respectful. A place to dream and do. These are just a few words that describe what life is like at Toyota. As one of the world's most admired brands, Toyota is growing and leading the future of mobility through innovative, high-quality solutions designed to enhance lives and delight those we serve. We're looking for talented team members who want to Dream. Do. Grow. with us. Toyota does not offer support or sponsorship of job applicants for employment-based visas or any other work authorization for this role now or in the future. You must have the right to work in the United States and not require Toyota support or sponsorship for immigration-related employment (e.g., H-1B, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, TN, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, 'job flexibility benefits' [also known as I-140 or Adjustment of Status portability], etc.) now or in the future. You should not apply for this role if you will require Toyota to assist with immigration support or sponsorship now or in the future. Who we're looking for Toyota's Production Engineering (PE) department is looking for a passionate and highly-motivated Production Engineer. The primary responsibility of this role is to support project planning and implementation for new model as well as capital projects for assembly, paint, and weld shop improvements. Reporting to the manager, the person in this role will support the PE department's objective to provide new model equipment and processes to the manufacturing facilities which meet all targets for Safety, Quality, Productivity, Cost. Production Engineering covers a broad range of commodities from Material Handling Systems, Process Equipment, Conveyors, Vehicle Performance & Quality Confirmation Equipment.
What you'll be doing:- Early Project Planning and Impact Analysis
- Layout analysis emphasizing focus on new model impacts
- Layout analysis targeting part count and placement effects for plant optimization
- Overall shop layout optimization (Standard Assembly Order, Process counts, Flexibility, Technology)
- Equipment impact studies covering PE responsible equipment for production shops
- Assessing the impact of model changes on logistics areas, process equipment, and conveyor systems to establish technical change requirements
- Conducting impact assessments of models and change points within designated focus areas
- Leading equipment projects from concept to launch for new model projects, capital projects, refurbishments projects as well as plant competitiveness projects
- Early planning studies focusing on technology feasibility as well as ROICreate and manage a project schedule, budget, and quality confirmation plan
- Taking total ownership of significant project workload. Leading a project, while balancing and adjusting resources based on events
Lead projects through process design, machine specification, equipment procurement and installation, safety risk assessments, part quality investigations and process trials.
Take ownership of produced part quality for assigned area
Create equipment modification concepts and drawings. Creating concept equipment images and driving through implementation
Close collaboration and relationship building with internal and external groups across Toyota including Toyota Motor North America (TMNA) Production Engineering Project Leaders, North America Manufacturing Company (NAMC's) Pilot team, Logistics, Maintenance, Production Engineering Planning Department, and others
Development of new technologies related to improving competitiveness within the production shops
Implementation of Quality Control vision systems for vehicle quality confirmations
What you bring
Bachelor's Degree (or higher) in Engineering/Engineering Tech or Associates in Engineering Tech w/ 3+ years relevant work experience
Production Engineering or an engineering role focusing on equipment development/procurement
Willing to work weekends, holiday periods, and shutdowns to support tooling modifications and installations
Willing to work in a team environment
Self-starting individual with ability to stay task focused and meet or exceed set KPI's related to project requirements
Project experience in new model development related to capital equipment
Proficient in AutoCADProficient in Inventor and/or CatiaMS Office proficient
Travel up to 20% to all NAMC's as well as JapanAdded bonus if you have
Master's Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or Advanced Degree
Experience in controls and automation for manufacturing equipment 2+ years Construction Management experience
Experience in Simultaneous Engineering or vehicle design for new model launches
Project management experience
What we'll bring
During your interview process, our team can fill you in on all the details of our industry-leading benefits and career development opportunities. A few highlights include:
A work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect
Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career, as well as tuition reimbursement
Team Member Vehicle Purchase Discount
Toyota Team Member Lease Vehicle Program (if applicable)
Comprehensive health care and wellness plans for your entire family
Toyota 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match, as well as an annual retirement contribution from Toyota regardless of whether you contribute (if applicable)
Paid holidays and paid time off
Referral services related to prenatal services, adoption, childcare, schools and more
Tax Advantaged Accounts (Health Savings Account, Health Care FSA, Dependent Care FSA)
Relocation assistance (if applicable)
Belonging at ToyotaOur success begins and ends with our people. We embrace all perspectives and value unique human experiences. Respect for all is our North Star.
Applicants for our positions are considered without regard to race, ethnicity, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, religion, military or veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.
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